News: Recreation
Sutherland Shire and Fitness Australia launch outdoor training policy
Sutherland Shire Council has joined with Fitness Australia to launch the Shireâs policy for the use of public open space by commercial fitness groups and personal trainers. The...
Sep 9, 2010
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Western Australian Government announces world-class safari camp for the Bungle Bungles
A new commercial safari camp catering for up to 20 visitors will be created in the foothills of the Bungle Bungles in Purnululu National Park in the Kimberley. Western Australia...
Sep 8, 2010
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Environment
Centaman Launch next generation IP Enabled turnstiles
Centaman Entrance Control's next generation Centurion turnstiles now feature IP connectivity for remote configuration, diagnostics and support. The 'Remote Turnstile Management'...
Sep 7, 2010
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Fitness
World Class Surfaces Open at Botany Bay's Hensley Fields
The redevelopment of the City of Botany Bay's Hensley Fields sportsgrounds has been completed - the facility now offering a full size Ligaturf football pitch, Poligras D Section...
Sep 6, 2010
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Surfaces
Massive Growth for China's SOKO Fitness & Spa Group
On the heels of opening two new facilities in the north eastern Chinese city of Harbin, the SOKO Fitness & Spa Group, Inc. (SOKF), an operator of fitness centres, beauty salons...
Sep 6, 2010
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Sydney For All project wins World Leisure Award
The 'Sydney For All' website and the project that initiated the portal, a 2008 study called Visitor Accessibility in Urban Centres, led by Associate Professor Simon Darcy from...
Sep 6, 2010
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Recreation
Heritage and Leisure Buildings Suffer in Christchurch Quake
The weekend's major earthquake on New Zealand's South Island has had a major effect on Christchurch's heritage and leisure. Many of Christchurch's and Canterbury's character...
Sep 5, 2010
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New Zealand Golf announces partnership with Debitsuccess
New Zealand Golf has launched a new membership growth and retention system with Debitsuccess to help encourage more New Zealanders to join and retain their golf club...
Sep 3, 2010
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Billing
Sporting Capital Hosts International Sport Facility Management Program
The Melbourne Sport and Aquatic Centre (MSAC) Institute of Training has announced details of its upcoming fourth International Sport Facility Management Program. To be held from...
Sep 1, 2010
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Waterplay Introduces Revolutionary Aquatic Fitness Equipment
Canadian-based Waterplay Solutions Corp. has announced the addition of a range of aquatic fitness equipment to its products and services. Waterplay's all-new aquatic fitness...
Aug 28, 2010
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End of the road for Sports Knowledge Australia
Sport Knowledge Australia (SKA), set up with the aim of becoming Australia's first international centre of excellence in sports science and management, has ceased operations. A...
Aug 27, 2010
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Renovation planned for Perth water playground
The Town of Vincent in Western Australia has this week approved a $90,000 upgrade for its popular Hyde Park water playground. The 30-year-old playground was closed in March due...
Aug 27, 2010
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Waterparks
Aquadome Named SA Facility of the Year
Playford Council and the YMCA of South Australia's Elizabeth Aquadome redevelopment has received the Facility Award in South Australia's 2010 be active recreation and sport...
Aug 27, 2010
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Valuable Economic Contribution of ACT Sport and Recreation
Sport and recreation contributed an estimated $245.2 million to the economy of the Australian Capital Territory in 2008/09, according to a newly released report that details the...
Aug 25, 2010
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Wellness
Sportscover wins at Insurance Awards
Sportscover has been named Underwriting Agency of the Year for the second consecutive year at the 2010 Australia and New Zealand Insurance Industry Awards. This award category,...
Aug 24, 2010
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Insurance
New campaign highlights benefits of club sports for kids
The Australian Sports Commission's campaign 'Play for life ... join a sporting club' has been launched, with enthusiastic support and endorsement not only from the sporting...
Aug 24, 2010
Sport /
Recreation
Industry backs adventure tourism safety recommendations
Strengthening the safety practices of New Zealand's world-leading adventure tourism sector will be widely supported, according to the Tourism Industry Association New Zealand...
Aug 24, 2010
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Government
Polin Supplies Waterslides for SA Aquatic and Leisure Centre
The new South Australian State Aquatic Centre is set to feature two new waterslides from Polin Waterparks and Pool Systems. Sited in the southern Adelaide suburb of Marion, the...
Aug 23, 2010
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Waterparks
New Singapore Health Club Personalises Fitness
The Energia Fitness Club, a premium health club, has opened on the scenic banks of the Singapore River. The Club is designed to cater to a wide spectrum of fitness needs and is...
Aug 23, 2010
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Fitness
Brooklands Lagoon Area Parks Master and Management Plans approved
A master plan and management plans for the special natural environment of the Brooklands Lagoon/Te Riu o Te Aika Kawa area have been approved by the Christchurch City Council....
Aug 23, 2010
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Parks
Surf Life Saving's best honoured at 2010 Awards of Excellence
More than 250 guests were on hand to honour Surf Life Saving’s best and bravest at the 2010 Surf Life Saving Australia Awards of Excellence, held at the Sydney Convention and...
Aug 23, 2010
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Aquatics
Manukau Sports Clubs Capitalise on Club Smart program
More than 50 sports clubs in Manukau now benefit from the Club Smart programme that helps them manage various issues including volunteer and member recruitment and retention,...
Aug 20, 2010
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Recreation
Williams Heads Adelaide Shores
Kate Williams has been appointed Chief Executive of Adelaide Shores, the 135 hectare tourism and recreation reserve on Adelaide's West Beach. The precinct offers a range of...
Aug 20, 2010
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Recreation
Labor Backs Western Sydney Football Development
In yet another example of Australia's political parties backing leisure infrastructure in their election campaigns, Federal Labor politicians have backed Football NSW's $70...
Aug 19, 2010
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Venues